Ranitidine belongs to a group of medicines called H2 antagonists and works by reducing the amount of acid in your stomach.

Adults, the elderly and children over the age of 16 years:

Take one tablet whenever the symptoms of acid-related indigestion and heartburn appear, day or night.

The tablets should be swallowed whole with a glass of water.

Do not take more than two tablets in 24 hours.

You should not take the tablets for more than 2 weeks continuously. If the symptoms worsen or persist after 2 weeks, consult your doctor or pharmacist. You should not purchase a second pack of tablets without the advice of a pharmacist or doctor.